Government of Saint Lucia

In the headlines: The Inland Revenue Department urges tax payers to take advantage of an extended Tax Amnesty and; Educators upgrade teaching skills to keep pace with the changing education landscape. 

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As 2024 comes to a close, the Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs, through its Environmental Health Division, is intensifying efforts to promote food safety during the festive season. With an increase in festivals and social gatherings during this period, there is a noticeable rise in cases of foodborne illnesses, such as food poisoning and gastroenteritis. The Ministry is taking this opportunity to educate the public on essential precautionary measures to protect themselves and their loved ones from food-related health risks. These efforts align with the Environmental Health Division’s mandate to safeguard public health by ensuring that food prepared, served, and consumed during the festive season meets safety standards.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs extends warm wishes to everyone this holiday season! May your Christmas be filled with joy, love, and cherished moments with family and friends.

As we celebrate, let us also prioritize health and safety:

 Enjoy balanced meals and stay hydrated.

 Practice food safety when preparing and handling meals.

 Drink responsibly and avoid excessive alcohol consumption.

 Stay safe on the roads—never drink and drive.

 Protect vulnerable loved ones by maintaining good hygiene.

Together, we can make this season not only festive but also safe and healthy for all.

Happy Holidays and best wishes for the New Year! 

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs hosted a Diabetes Wellness Workshop in Dennery, aimed at empowering participants to better manage diabetes. The workshop emphasized balanced nutrition, lifestyle changes, and incorporating affordable local foods into daily diets. 

In the headlines: A Ciceron Secondary School science project receives national and regional acclaim and; The Ministry of Commerce moves to make complaints officers more visible to the public. 

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Some 25 educators from Saint Lucia completed and have graduated from the Effective Pedagogy for Distributed Teaching and Learning (EPDTL) and Cybersecurity training programs.

Overseen by the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice, and Empowerment, this initiative, funded under the "Safety Nets for Vulnerable Populations Affected by the Coronavirus Project,” was conducted in collaboration with the University of the West Indies (UWI) and supported by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB).

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) urges taxpayers to take advantage of the extended tax amnesty, now available until May 1, 2025. Under this amnesty, all penalties, interest charges, and collection fees are waived, allowing taxpayers to settle only the taxes owed to the state.

In the headlines:Minister of Education exhorts scholarship recipients to excel in their area of study and; The Saint Lucia Social Development Fund, delivers Goodlands road at a cost of $800,000.00

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The Government of Saint Lucia has assigned funding for the immediate refurbishment of the Sir Arthur Lewis Community Collge. The announcement was made by Education Minister Shawn Edward when he addressed the 38th graduation exercise of the institution on Sunday at the Royalton Saint Lucia Resort. Chris Satney has more.

In the headlines: A high powered delegation returned home from a Global Nuclear Technology Conference and; Inmates from the Bordelais Correctional Facility receive certificates in soap making.

For details on these developments and more, visit www.govt.lc